- Kyle OceanMarketing Manager, Xbox
We got a double header this weekend with Free Play Days! Catan and Deadside are available this weekend for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium and Essential members to play from Thursday May 7 until Sunday, May 10.
How To Start Playing
Scroll down and find and install the games on each of the individual game details page on Xbox.com. Clicking through will send you to the Microsoft Store, where you must be signed in to see the option to install with your Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium and Essential membership.
To download on console, click on the Subscriptions tab in the Xbox Store and navigate down to the Free Play Days collection on your Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.
Keep The Fun Going
Purchase the game and other editions at a limited time discount and continue playing while keeping your Gamerscore and achievements earned during the event! Please note that discounts, percentages, and title availability may vary by title and region.
Free Play Days (Game Pass Membership Required)
CATAN® – Console Edition
Dovetail Games
☆☆☆☆☆ 326 ★★★★★ $16.99 Get it now
Catan
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S, Smart Delivery
“We had an alliance!” Charmed by opportunity and the promise of faraway riches, you and a collection of like-minded adventurers discover new lands, untouched by humanity and abundant in resources. Challenge friends (of the orange kingdom) in your living room or play against smart and dynamic AI to become the winning Catanian for free this weekend.
Deadside
tinyBuild
☆☆☆☆☆ 1158 ★★★★★ $24.99 $12.49 Get it now Free Trial
Deadside
Optimized for Xbox Series X|S, Smart Delivery
Jump into the fast-paced, open-world survival of Deadside during Free Play Days! Whether you prefer intense hardcore PVP combat or a more relaxed PVE cooperative experience, you’ll scavenge for valuable gear, explore a vast map, and build your own custom fortress. There’s never been a better time to start your journey: the massive recent 1.8 update introduced an overhauled crafting system, new weapons like the heavy-hitting R-12 Revolver, and brand-new locations to conquer. Try it out this weekend and grab the base game and all DLCs for 50% off for a limited time to keep your survival story going!
Don’t miss out on these exciting Free Play Days for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, Premium and Essential members! Learn more about Free Play Days here and stay tuned to Xbox Wire to find out about future Free Play Days and all the latest Xbox gaming news.
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